Burckhardt Compression was founded in 1844 as a mechanical workshop. Today, Burckhardt Compression is a worldwide market leader for reciprocating compressor systems and the only manufacturer and service provider that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Within Canada, Burckhardt Compression has a strong Services division in which we aim to provide one-stop reciprocating service for our customers. We are able to provide field service, repair and engineering/revamp services and spare parts for any brand of reciprocating compressor.
Burckhardt Compression (Canada) Inc. (BCCA) has an opening for a CNC Lead Hand, that will be directly reporting to the CNC Team Lead, this position is based in Edmonton, AB.
Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead the Charge
- Be the go-to expert for CNC programming, machining, and production processes.
- Coach, mentor, and develop CNC programmers and machinists, helping them sharpen their skills and confidence.
- Keep the shop running smoothly by organizing CNC activities for maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Share team progress, performance updates, and development opportunities with the CNC Team Lead and Manager.
- Support internal and external customers by delivering quality products on time and to specification.
- Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement in everything you do.
Programming
- Create and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, mill-turn centers, multi-axis machines, and laser cutting systems using Mastercam and Radan.
- Build, maintain, and improve a world-class Mastercam tooling library.
- Develop programming templates and standard machining strategies that make everyone's job easier.
- Program and operate laser cutting equipment to support production demands.
- Collaborate closely with machinists, programmers, and the technical team to turn ideas into finished products.
- Review and validate drawings, models, and technical documentation before production begins.
- Create simple component drawings when production needs a quick assist.
- Maintain secure, organized storage of proven CNC programs and best practices.
Keep Things Moving
- Monitor material inventory and help ensure production always has what it needs.
- Complete production documentation, requisitions, and supporting paperwork.
- Support routing development, work order creation, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Assist with inventory movements, shipping activities, and order picking as needed.
- Step in as backup for the CNC Team Lead and help keep daily operations on track.
What Makes You a Great Fit?
✅ Journeyman Machinist, Millwright, or equivalent technical background
✅ Strong CNC machining and programming experience
✅ Advanced proficiency with Mastercam
✅ Experience operating CNC mills, lathes, and related production equipment
✅ Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, service manuals, and technical documentation
✅ Skilled with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment
✅ Natural leader who enjoys helping others learn and succeed
✅ Problem solver, team player, and continuous improvement enthusiast
Why This Role is Awesome
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Lead and mentor a talented team
- Work with advanced CNC and laser technologies
- Influence shop standards and programming strategies
- Solve unique manufacturing challenges every day
- Make a direct impact on quality, efficiency, and team success
Why work at Burckhardt Compression?
Our corporate culture is sustained by the skills and dedication of our employees. They are the foundation of our entrepreneurial success. We solve even the most intricate of challenges for our customers with passion and dedication creating lasting, dependable partnerships rooted in trust.
BCCA believes in promoting from within and takes great pride in the number of long term employees within our organization. We are proud of all our employee efforts and nothing gives us
greater pride than seeing someone set a career goal and achieve it.
BCCA offers a competitive compensation package, employer-paid benefits program and a great work environment.
To learn more about Burckhardt Compression, please visit our website at www.burckhardtcompression.com.
Burckhardt Compression (Canada) Inc. would like to thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Burckhardt Compression Canada Inc. seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and encourages applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, women, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process including but not limited to a person with a disability.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
